Movie

The Gene Krupa Story

“He hammered out the savage tempo of the jazz era!”

★ 7.1(8)19591h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Don Weis
Release date: 1959-12-01
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures

The Gene Krupa Story — trailer

About The Gene Krupa Story

The Gene Krupa Story is a 1959 movie in the Drama and Music genres, directed by Don Weis, starring Sal Mineo, Susan Kohner and James Darren. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Gene Krupa Story in Poland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The story of legendary jazz drummer, Gene Krupa. Since his youth, all Gene ever wanted to do is play the drums and make music. This is something his parents would not approve of- they want him to be a priest. When Gene's father dies he promises to enter the priesthood. He soon realizes that he doesn't belong there and leaves to join his friend, Eddie's band. Ethel, Eddie's girlfriend, convinces Gene to go to New York and make it big. The 3 of them head to New York. Here Ethel and Gene soon fall in love and Gene makes a name for himself. Gene starts to live in the fast lane, with drugs, alcohol, women and parties. Ethel, unhappy with Gene's lifestyle, leaves him. Gene soon "hits rock bottom" where he has to face reality and choose where to take his life.

Cast

Sal Mineo

Gene Krupa

Susan Kohner

Ethel Maguire

James Darren

Eddie Sirota

Susan Oliver

Dorissa Dinell

Yvonne Craig

Gloria Corregio

Lawrence Dobkin

Speaker Willis

Celia Lovsky

Mother

Red Nichols

Himself

Bobby Troup

Tommy Dorsey

Anita O'Day

Herself

Shelly Manne

Davey Tough

Buddy Lester

Himself

Themes & keywords

jazzbiographydrugs

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Gene Krupa Story in Poland?+

The Gene Krupa Story is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Poland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Gene Krupa Story on Netflix?+

The Gene Krupa Story is not on Netflix in Poland right now.

How long is The Gene Krupa Story?+

The Gene Krupa Story has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in The Gene Krupa Story?+

The Gene Krupa Story stars Sal Mineo, Susan Kohner, James Darren, Susan Oliver and Yvonne Craig.

When did The Gene Krupa Story come out?+

The Gene Krupa Story is a 1959 movie directed by Don Weis.

What genre is The Gene Krupa Story?+

The Gene Krupa Story is Drama and Music film.

Who directed The Gene Krupa Story?+

The Gene Krupa Story was directed by Don Weis.